Everyone loves to be in on a secret, which probably explains why people still lose it over the concept of the speakeasy and, thus, why New York bar owners continue to market in the trend. But let’s face it: we’re far from the days when a “secret” bar was actually a secret -- Angel’s Share arguably ignited the neon speakeasy trend nearly 20 years ago, and Prohibition was repealed 85 years ago. Insidermonkey experts made a list of the best hidden Speakeasy Bars in NYC.

That said, despite the hype, some of these bars still manage to be among the best in the city, so the real secret becomes just which of these now-ubiquitous speakeasies are actually worth your time. And we’re letting you in on the details. Ahead are some newcomers who are actually turning out exciting concoctions in stylish locales, as well as older standbys that continue to sling quality drinks in fun. You can also check our list of 10 Best Free Dating Apps For Android Phones.